Description
Indulge in the hearty flavors of our Slow-Baked Tuscan Beef Casserole with Rustic Vegetables. This comforting dish combines succulent beef chuck with a medley of vibrant vegetables, slow-baked to perfection. Infused with aromatic herbs and a rich tomato-based sauce, this casserole is ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings. The ease of preparation makes it a go-to recipe for busy weeknights, while its satisfying taste promises to warm your heart. Perfectly paired with crusty bread or a fresh salad, this casserole is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 lb beef chuck, cut into large cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 14 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup dry apple vinegar
- 1 cup beef stock
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear beef cubes until browned on all sides; remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and bell pepper until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste followed by crushed tomatoes, dry apple vinegar, and beef stock.
- Return seared beef to the pot; add oregano and thyme. Mix gently.
- Cover and bake in the oven for 2–3 hours until beef is tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg